About Me

Dr. Vivek Kushwaha is a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon specializing in adult cervical and lumbar degenerative conditions. He earned his medical degree from UT Medical School San Antonio and completed his residency at UCLA Medical Center, followed by a spine surgery fellowship at Rancho Los Amigos Medical Center. Dr. Kushwaha has served as Chief of Spine Surgery at UT Medical School and Memorial Hermann Hospital and co-directs the Spine Fellowship. A pioneer in Houston, he was the first to perform kyphoplasty and lumbar artificial disk replacement. He is also an active consultant for major medical companies and has published and presented extensively in his field.

Insurance – Most commercial insurances are accepted, but please contact Dr. Kushwaha’s office for more details.

Medical Education

1997

Ranchos Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center
Fellowship, Dept of Spine Surgery/Neurosurgery

 

1996

UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center
Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery

 

1991

University of Texas Medical School in San Antonio

Certifications and Honors

Certifications:

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery

Honors:

  • Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons

Professional Memberships:

  • North American Spine Society
  • Western Orthopedic Association
  • Texas Orthopedic Association
  • Harris County Medical Association
  • Alpha Omega Alpha
  • Texas Medical Association

Main Address

Orthopedic Associates

2600 N Loop West, Suite 100, Houston, TX 77092

Phone Number

(713) 650-6900

Fax Number

(888) 355-5052